and in the interests of justice, taking into account the moral, security, and public order
considerations of a democratic society.
CHAPTER V
GOVERNMENT DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS
Article 71
The government shall respect, protect, uphold and promote human rights as laid down in this
Act, other legislation, and international law concerning human rights ratified by the Republic of
Indonesia.
Article 72
The duties and responsibilities of the government as referred to in Article 71, include measures
towards effective implementation in law, politics, economics, social and cultural aspects, state
security, and other areas.
CHAPTER VI
LIMITATIONS AND PROHIBITIONS
Article 73
The rights and freedoms governed by the provisions set forth in this Act may be limited only by
and based on law, solely for the purposes of guaranteeing recognition and respect for the basic
rights and freedoms of another person, fulfilling moral requirements, or in the public interest.
Article 74
No provisions set forth in this Act shall be interpreted to mean that the government, or any
political parties, factions, or any party whosoever is permitted to degrade, impair or eradicate
the basic rights and freedoms governed by this Act.
CHAPTER VII
THE NATIONAL COMMISSION ON HUMAN RIGHTS
Article 75
The National Commission on Human Rights aims to:
a. develop conditions conducive to the execution of human rights in accordance with Pancasila,
the 1945 Constitution, the United Nations Charter, and the Universal Declaration of Human
Rights; and,
b. improve the protection and upholding of human rights in the interests of the personal
development of Indonesian people as a whole and their ability to participate in several aspects
of life.
Article 76
(1) To achieve these aims, the National Commission on Human Rights functions to study,
research, disseminate, monitor and mediate human rights issues.
(2) Members of the National Commission on Human Rights are drawn from public figures who
are professional, dedicated, have a high level of integrity, who fully who fully comprehend the
aspirations of a democratic and welfare state based on justice, and who respect human rights
and obligations.
(3) The National Commission on Human Rights is domiciled in the capital city of the Republic of
Indonesia.
(4) Representative offices of the National Commission on Human Rights may be established in
the regions.
Article 77
The National Commission on Human Rights is based on the principles of Pancasila.
Article 78
(1) The National Commission on Human Rights comprises:
a. Plenary Council; and
b. Sub-commissions.
(3) The National Commission on Human Rights has a Secretary General for the provision of
services.
Article 79
(1) The Plenary Council is holder of the highest authority in the National Commission on Human
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